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Groote Post has an unassuming entrance. A simple sign directs you onto a dusty gravel road, something the Kia Sonet took in its stride.

Darling is a quaint town filled with history and gorgeous landscapes. We put the Kia Sonet through its paces, with a road trip to the West Coast dwelling.

Groote Post subsequently had several owners and interesting inhabitants, not the least of which was Hildagonda Duckitt, famous for her cook books.

2021 has been another grisly year – but right now, let’s look at those things that have brought on the cheers!

Despite all the woes South Africa has had to contend with in places other than the vineyard, the 2021 harvest is already being regarded as one having great potential. Of course, comments on any harvest, as initially made by the winemaker, will sometimes get a bit of massaging by the marketing department to make it seem like the best harvest ever. That’s why we asked six wine-industry personalities give us their honest take on the 2021 harvest so far. Straight from the horse’s mouth, here�...

2020 wine exports show positive signs in difficult year for the industry Agriculture and tourism are two of the leading job creating sectors in the Western Cape and it is important that we support these industries so that they can grow and create more jobs. Contributor Thursday, 25 February 2021, 15:58 Groote Post wine farm in Darling where Alan Winde greets the workers on the farm. WESTERN CAPE NEWS - Today, Thursda...